What bothers me isn't the fact the Leafs lost. It was the way they lost. They simply let the Panthers walk all over them. Losing on such a bad note will make us forget how good the season was, with some good moments that were not so bad. No one will remember that good season, only how they lost. It is too bad, because Stolarts played his heart out most of the season. We also have a warrior in Tanev. No matter how many times he was knocked down, he got back up.
We might have found a true superstar in Matthew Knies. The kid never gave up. He made huge strides this season. The release on his shot is truly excellent. But what we will remember is how we lost the season. They are a bunch of bums. Unfortunately, I am one of the nasty fans. I often get too negative, but tonight, I reflected on the good things this team has done this season. Seriously, I don't understand it myself.
John Tavarez showed us the true meaning of what it means to be a teammate. He was willing to give up his title and supported Matthews' captaincy. He went on to score 38 goals and 36 assists and showed more heart than I ever thought he had. But I chose to see how he didn't show up for the playoffs. Yes, this is a normal reaction to watching the clown show that was game seven.
As for Mitch Marner, I understand he doesn't show up in the playoffs. He forgets to give 100 percent at times. Let me play devil's advocate: he had a career year of 27 goals and 75 assists. But I choose to remember he didn't show up at the playoffs. He is a bum.
Conclusion
Oh, who am I kidding? They are a bunch of quitters. Fire everyone and start over with a clean slate.
I will never watch another hockey game for the rest of my life.
Oh, wait, the game is on. Got to go! See ya!
Randy Workman
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